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The Fort Hill Encampment #18 is a higher branch in the Independent Order of Odd Fellows whose aim is to further the work of Odd Fellowship and impart the principles of Faith, Hope, and Charity.
One of the largest and most active Cantons in Texas. We support multiple charities and strive for personal betterment. The Patriarchs Militant is the highest degree within the IOOF, focusing on ceremonial and fraternal activities. Patriarchs Militant lodges are referred to as Cantons.
Four Creeks Lodge #94 was granted its Charter on December 19, 1859. From 1873 to approximately 1911, Four Creeks IOOF shared a building with Visalia Freemasons Lodge #128. Around 1912, Four Creeks Lodge purchased the Brown Building, built by Samuel Carr Brown, located at the lodge's current location. On the morning of November 3, 1949, Four Creeks Lodge caught fire, suffering damages that exceeded $100,000. The lodge, which was on the third floor, and several offices on the second floor were de ...